[M] A RARE CARD TABLE FROM THE FIRST CLASS SMOKING ROOM OF R.M.S. 'AQUITANIA', PROBABLY SUPPLIED BY HARRIS LEBUS, CIRCA 1914

A RARE CARD TABLE FROM THE FIRST CLASS SMOKING ROOM OF R.M.S. AQUITANIA, PROBABLY SUPPLIED BY HARRIS LEBUS, CIRCA 1914 the rectangular top with circular corner counter trays with sliding drink trays under, covered in brown baize with later silver plate to centre inscribed This table and the accompanying chairs were part of the original furnishings in the Cunarder “AQUITANIA”. They were presented to the “WELLINGTON” by the CUNARD STEAM-SHIP COMPANY LIMITED as a tribute to the memory of THE LATE COMMODORE SIR JAMES T.W. CHARLES K.B.E..C.B..R.D..R.N.R., A Founder Member of the Honourable Company of Master Mariners, who commanded the ‘AQUITANIA” from 1918-1928, birch-veneered frame with faint chalk marks underneath inscribed 'STAR F' [starboard, first class] supported on four carved maple legs, with shell carvings and bellflowers, terminating in carved cloven hoofs, approximately -- 30in. (76.2cm.) square; together with a Perspex display cover and four 'hands' of Cunard cards (A lot) The Honourable Company of Master Mariners; Presented by Cunard Steamship Company as a tribute to Commodore Sir James T. W. Charles KBE CB RD RNR (1865-1928), a founding member of The Honourable Company of Master Mariners, and who commanded Aquitania from 1918-1928.A RARE CARD TABLE FROM THE FIRST CLASS SMOKING ROOM OF R.M.S. AQUITANIA, PROBABLY SUPPLIED BY HARRIS LEBUS, CIRCA 1914 the rectangular top with circular corner counter trays with sliding drink trays under, covered in brown baize with later silver plate to centre inscribed This table and the accompanying chairs were part of the original furnishings in the Cunarder “AQUITANIA”. They were presented to the “WELLINGTON” by the CUNARD STEAM-SHIP COMPANY LIMITED as a tribute to the memory of THE LATE COMMODORE SIR JAMES T.W. CHARLES K.B.E..C.B..R.D..R.N.R., A Founder Member of the Honourable Company of Master Mariners, who commanded the ‘AQUITANIA” from 1918-1928, birch-veneered frame with faint chalk marks underneath inscribed 'STAR F' [starboard, first class] supported on four carved maple legs, with shell carvings and bellflowers, terminating in carved cloven hoofs, approximately -- 30in. (76.2cm.) square; together with a Perspex display cover and four 'hands' of Cunard cards (A lot) The Honourable Company of Master Mariners; Presented by Cunard Steamship Company as a tribute to Commodore Sir James T. W. Charles KBE CB RD RNR (1865-1928), a founding member of The Honourable Company of Master Mariners, and who commanded Aquitania from 1918-1928.

Overall good condition, missing the original metal braces that would have anchored the table to the floor, with indistinct blue pencil inscription “STAR” and perhaps “F”, possibly indicating Starboard side, First Class. Some losses to veneer. We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.